Understanding the Foundation of Your Defense
If you or a loved one seems to be in a constant battle with “whatever is going around,” the issue might be deeper than just bad luck. At One Health Specialty Labs, we offer comprehensive genetic panels designed to identify Primary Immunodeficiency (PI)—a group of more than 300 inherited disorders that disrupt your body’s ability to defend itself against bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
While many people view frequent infections as a normal part of life, they can sometimes be the calling card of an underlying genetic defect in the immune system. Our testing helps bridge the gap between chronic symptoms and a definitive clinical diagnosis.
Warning Signs: When to Consider Testing
You should speak with your healthcare provider about our immunodeficiency panel if you experience two or more of the following “red flags”:
- Frequent Infections: Four or more new ear infections or two or more serious sinus infections within a single year.
- Persistent Pneumonia: Developing pneumonia twice over any period of time.
- Antibiotic Resistance: Spending two or more months on antibiotics with little to no clinical effect.
- Deep-Seated Issues: Recurrent, deep skin or organ abscesses, or the need for intravenous (IV) antibiotics to clear infections.
- Family History: A known history of primary immunodeficiency in your family tree.
The Benefits of a Genetic Diagnosis
Our specialized panels do more than just put a name to your symptoms; they provide a roadmap for personalized care:
- Establishing Clarity: Confirming an appropriate diagnosis allows for more targeted and effective treatment plans.
- Early Intervention: For infants and children, early detection can prevent long-term damage to the heart, lungs, or nervous system.
- Family Planning: Understanding the genetic basis of your condition allows for accurate counseling and helps you understand risks for future generations.
- Proactive Management: Identifying your specific risk profile can lead to necessary lifestyle modifications to protect your health long-term.
Our Streamlined Testing Process
We believe that getting answers shouldn’t add to your stress. One Health Specialty Labs utilizes state-of-the-art NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) to deliver high-accuracy results with industry-leading speed.
- Simple Collection: Most panels require only a simple saliva or blood sample that can be collected at your doctor’s office or even in your own home.
- Rapid Turnaround: While waiting for genetic answers can be daunting, our specialized focus allows us to deliver diagnostic panel results to your provider in approximately 10 to 21 days.
- Expert Guidance: Every report is built for clarity, and our clinical team is available to help you and your physician interpret the findings to determine the best next steps for your health.
